Nursery Practitioner in Egham

To join a friendly, child-centred nursery to deliver high-quality childcare and early education in line with the EYFS, supporting children aged 0-5 to thrive in a safe, nurturing environment.

Employment Type: Full-time, 32 - 40 hours per week (flexible on hours), permanent position

Salary: £28,000 per year + benefits

Pay & Benefits:

• Pension scheme with employer contributions
• Generous annual leave package with increasing allowance over time
• Funded training and qualifications (including Level 4/5 progression pathways)
• Ongoing CPD, workshops and opportunities to specialise within Early Years
• Supportive induction and mentoring from experienced colleagues
• Employee wellbeing support and access to mental health resources
• Clear career development framework and progression routes
• Regular recognition initiatives, workplace celebrations and team events
• Stable, secure long-term employment within the Early Years sector

Working Hours & Shift Pattern:

• Full-time position, 32 - 40 hours per week, all year round
• Daytime shifts within core nursery operating hours Monday to Friday on a rota basis

Job Description:

As a Nursery Practitioner (Level 3), you will play a key role in delivering outstanding early years education and care within a nursery based in Egham, Surrey (TW20) supporting children’s learning and development through engaging activities aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). You will help create a warm, inclusive and stimulating environment, working as part of a supportive nursery team. This role is ideal for a caring, motivated Early Years Educator / Nursery Nurse who is committed to safeguarding and high-quality practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate activities aligned with the EYFS
• Support children’s learning, wellbeing and emotional development across the early years age range
• Act as a key person, completing observations, assessments and learning journeys to support progress
• Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues to support children’s outcomes
• Ensure safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures are followed at all times
• Maintain a safe, stimulating, tidy and welcoming nursery environment in line with health & safety requirements
• Support daily routines including meals, hygiene, sleep routines and smooth transitions
• Promote inclusive practice so every child feels valued, supported and able to participate

Requirements:

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years / Childcare (essential)
• Previous experience working in a nursery or early years setting (preferred)
• Ofsted / child protection / paediatric first aid (desirable)
• Good knowledge of the EYFS, safeguarding and child development
• Warm, patient and confident with excellent communication skills
• Ability to work effectively within a team and support positive nursery culture
• Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available)

Suitable for: Early Years Practitioner, Nursery Nurse, Childcare Practitioner, EYFS Educator, Early Years Educator

Nursery Company Culture: As a Nursery Practitioner, you’ll join a supportive nursery team where children’s wellbeing and development come first. The nursery setting promotes open communication, teamwork and continuous improvement, with approachable leadership and strong professional support. Staff wellbeing is valued, and training and career progression are actively encouraged.